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University of Notre Dame

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world rank  92

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Overview

Established in 1844, the University of Notre Dame is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Notre Dame (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Indiana. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, University of Notre Dame (ND) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. University of Notre Dame (ND) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 181-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 10-19% making this US higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. ND also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Notre Dame's Control Typeprivate

Entity

University of Notre Dame's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Notre Dame' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

University of Notre Dame's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym ND
Founded 1844
Motto Vita, Dulcedo, Spes
Life, Sweetness, Hope
Colours Blue and gold
Mascot Leprechaun
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University Location

Address 400 Main Building
Notre Dame
46556 Indiana
United States
University of Notre Dame's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Notre Dame Phone Number (574) 631 5000
University of Notre Dame Fax Number (574) 631 6947
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Notre Dame is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Notre Dame's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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You can also explore our Guide to University Programs and Courses to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects and salary expectations for careers associated with more than 8,100 programs and courses.


Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Notre Dame categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at University of Notre Dame.



University of Notre Dame: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro)
International
students
over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

University of Notre Dame's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


University of Notre Dame's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 10-19% making it an extremely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is recommended
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are recommended
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


University of Notre Dame's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

University of Notre Dame has more than 1600 international students.

University of Notre Dame's Admission Office Admission Office

220 Main Building
Notre Dame 46556
(574) 631 7505


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

University of Notre Dame's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.


University of Notre Dame's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


University of Notre Dame's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


University of Notre Dame's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Notre Dame's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a suburban setting.


University of Notre Dame's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


University of Notre Dame's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Notre Dame is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic. Congregation of Holy Cross - www.holycrosscongregation.org


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


University of Notre Dame's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Notre Dame's Library
University of Notre Dame's library has 6 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 2,293,784 physical volumes, 374,168 physical media, 200,065 digital/electronic media and 1,852 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 186 full-time employees, including 66 librarians. University of Notre Dame's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


University of Notre Dame's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the University of Notre Dame provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 6,919 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


University of Notre Dame's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


University of Notre Dame's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


University of Notre Dame's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


University of Notre Dame's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Notre Dame's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

University of Notre Dame's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


University of Notre Dame's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of Notre Dame's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Notre Dame is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Notre Dame's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
  • American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Notre Dame's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)
  • Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU)
  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)
  • Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (ACCU)
  • National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (NAICU)
  • Universities Research Association (URA)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of Notre Dame 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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